Industrial Painter

ALMACO is growing and adding to our team with an Industrial Painter!

Industrial Painters at ALMACO use an air spray system to paint the metal parts and sub-assemblies of our agricultural research equipment. You have previous experience with preparing and painting metal in a manufacturing setting. You are detail-oriented and take pride in your work as an Industrial Painter.

You are reliable and can work 40-50+ hours per week depending on the work schedule. You'll enjoy a friendly, family-style work environment. You'll experience flexibility in your work hours that you won't find in other jobs, variety, and opportunities for advancement.

This position is available on the 1st shift (flexible daytime hours) Monday - Friday.

Opportunities in this position:

• Paints ALMACO agricultural research equipment using an air spray system and two-component polyurethane paint.


• Prepares parts and equipment for painting by cleaning them with alcohol wipes and washing them in the wash bay using a 3-stage wash system, along using an air blower to ensure a clean painting surface.


• Maintains paint booth by setting up painting equipment, mixing paint, and adjusting equipment to produce designed painting result.


• Manages the drying process and stores painted equipment appropriately.


• May help with production processes in other areas as needed.

An ideal candidate would possess:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.


• Experience with industrial painting or previous training.


• Knowledge and skill to set up, tear down, and maintain the paint system.


• Attention to detail to ensure the quality of work.


• Ability to wear an air-supplied body suit and mask as Personal Protective Equipment. May also wear a respirator at times.

Our Company: 

ALMACO is the global leader in cutting-edge technology, innovative solutions, and specialized manufacturer of precision agricultural machinery designed for ag research within the seed industry. Our products are custom-built and specifically manufactured to the requirements of leading research programs throughout the world. ALMACO continues to be the innovator in new products and technologies that serve the seed research equipment marketplace. 

ALMACO is a family-owned business located in Nevada, IA, which is about 10 miles from Ames, IA, and about 30 miles away from Des Moines, IA. We employ about 200 talented professionals.

Benefits include:

• Paid Time Off


• Paid Holidays


• Health Insurance (with a $0 premium option!)


• Dental Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• 401(k) Match of 4%


• Employer-Paid Disability Insurance


• Employer-Paid Life Insurance


• Supplemental insurance including Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident plans


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Health Savings Accounts


• Legal/Financial Consultation


• Employee Assistance Program

National Career Readiness Certificate is welcome.

ALMACO is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation,) national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. A post-offer pre-employment drug screen and background check are required.